Could this be the year the UK cracks Eurovision?

Our reporter gives the inside scoop on the UK’s chances and which countries are grabbing the spotlight this year.

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00:00That's what some of you think, but now to tell us more about this year's contest.

00:07I'm joined by our reporter Nick D. Nick, we're getting closer to the final.

00:11What's the general mood like this year around Eurovision?

00:14Well, Lauren, as you could expect, there's a real buzz this year.

00:17Eurovision 2025 feels fresher and more unpredictable than ever.

00:22Fans are loving the mix of big voices, quirky entries and bold staging.

00:27Sweden's Cars has gone viral with their steam room inspired song Barra Barra Bastu.

00:33It's weird, fun and totally Eurovision.

00:36But Austria's JJ is right behind with a stripped back ballad that's catching people off guard in the best way.

00:43Social media is alive with memes, dance challenges and rumours about surprise guests.

00:49This year really feels like one of those anything can happen finals and fans are certainly here for it.

00:55And what can you tell us about the UK act? What kind of song are they bringing and how's it been received so far?

01:00Well, the UK's entry is certainly turning heads. Remember Monday are a proper left field choice,

01:06a country pop trio with big harmonies and a track that sounds like something straight out of Nashville.

01:13What the hell just happened is all about chaotic nights and friendship meltdowns.

01:18And it's refreshingly on Eurovision in the best possible way.

01:22How's the UK looking in the odds? Are we anywhere near the top of the table?

01:26They're not topping the odds just yet, but there's definitely a buzz.

01:30They've got a slick live set, strong vocals and they're clearly having a lot of fun with it.

01:36It might not win, but it's got sleeper hit energy.

01:39And finally, are there any countries standing out already as ones to watch this year?

01:46Lauren, this year's final is packed with pure Eurovision chaos and we love it.

01:51Spain's entry, Esther Diva is full diva mode brilliance with key changes, sequins and fireworks.

01:58Ireland is sending a hyper pop space anthem called Laker Party.

02:02That's basically a rave for dogs and watch out for Finland's Erika Vikman.

02:08She's back and even more outrageous than last time.

02:12But the real wildcard, while there's a lot of noise about a Celine Dion cameo,

02:17which would be huge between the fan favourites and the wildcard entries,

02:21it's going to be one of those finals where every three minutes feels like a new genre.